Licensed Speech Pathologist Lead

Position Function/Purpose

Provide supervision for speech pathology staff as assigned, planning professional development, service delivery caseloads, oversee Child Find process and other duties as assigned.

Major Responsibilities

Instructional Management

• Supervise speech pathology staff as assigned
• Collect data for the state indicators as assigned
• Finalize speech caseloads and supervisor assignments
• Perform such other duties as may be assigned or as may be necessary for job effectiveness
• Plan and implement professional development opportunities for staff
• Supervise personnel as assigned

Consultation:

• Counsel and involve parents in the remedial process
• Provide consultation to and collaboration with parents, special education/general education teachers to support the IEP goals/objectives in all campus settings
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to plan and implement classroom activities to improve the communication skills of students not directly on the caseload and on the caseload
• Provide professional development in assigned schools to help school personnel identify and understand communication deficits
• Provide professional development in assigned schools to help school personnel identify and understand communication deficits
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, students, and parents regarding the accomplishment of therapy goals and needs of the student
• Provide consultation to school staff and contract assessment service providers in complex situations
• Provide consultation to district administrators, assessment personnel, and instructional staff as needed to address speech and language needs presented by special education students
• Provide consultation to other district teams (Educational Diagnosticians, and LSSPs) as necessary for efficient program management.

Administration:

• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other required documents
• Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, TDLR, ASHA and district/board policy
• Participate in professional development activities to improve skills related to job assignment
• Provide documentation of RTI, therapy, ARD’s, Student intervention teams, assessments, etc. upon request
• Comply with TDLR rules and regulations as required to maintain license
• Collaborate and work well as part of a team

Assessment:

• Conduct evaluations to assess students with speech or language disorders and conditions to determine eligibility for services
• Develop clinical management strategies or procedures and diagnostic statements by interpreting observations/data
• Participate in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee meetings to assist in the interpretation of assessment data, appropriate placement, and goal setting for students with communication disorders or conditions according to district procedures
• Administer initial assessments and re-evaluations as required for an FIE
• Write an FIE report, per the multidisciplinary team established by TEA, IDEA, and District Guidelines
• Communicate results of an FIE with parents and district staff
• Provide consultation for school staff and contract assessment in complex situations
• Perform screenings as appropriate

Admission, Review, and Dismissal:

• Complete ARD paperwork within TEA, IDEA, and district policies
• Maintain audit Files, electronic files and paperwork is required with District policies/procedures

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervise personnel as assigned by Supervisor of Special Education.

Qualification Requirements

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of speech therapy
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to work well with a diverse population

Terms of Contract: According to district approved calendar

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made if necessary while performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; stand; move throughout the room and/or facility; communicate verbally and electronically; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; kneel, stoop, crouch, and/or crawl; and climb or balance. Regularly required to lift or exert force of up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Regular attendance required.

Equipment used

Telephone

Computer and printer

Calculator

Copy Machine

Work Environment

The environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Must be able to maintain emotional control under stress. Occasionally required to travel to facilities within the district. May be required to work after school and weekends.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive description of all work requirements and responsibilities. Additionally, the minimum level of education noted as a requirement could be supplemented by commensurate experience and/or certification(s) as determined by the hiring manager.